• Storytime: Frogs

    Let's learn about frogs! It's a frog-themed storytime, with stories, activities, songs and more!

  • CommUNITY Potluck and BINGO

    Union University Church Center 29 N. Main Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    The Alfred State College Center for Civic Leadership is hosting a CommUNITY Potluck at the Union University Church Center.  Bring a dish to pass and get to know your neighbors.  The library will be hosting a BINGO game complete with

  • Sashiko with Carlyn Yanda

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    Learn the Japanese embroidery technique, sashiko.  Using white cotton threat to create geometric patterns, sashiko is a great way to embellish your clothing or to visibily mend clothing, giving it beautiful texure and contrast. Local artist, Carlyn Yanda will lead

  • True Crime Book Club

    This month we are discussing Tremors in the Blood: Murder, Obsession, and the Birth of the Lie Detectorby Amit Katwala

  • Storytime: Bedtime

    Wear your pajamas to storytime, because today is all about bedtime!

  • Adult Dungeons & Dragons

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    Come play D&D at the Library! Everyone is welcome, whether you're an experienced player or completely new to the game! Dice, character sheets, and characters are available for anyone who needs them. This event is 18+ only. If you are

  • Read and Do Crew: Watercolor Bouquet

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    This month, our Read and Do Crew will read Flowers Are Calling by Rita Gray and will make a bouquet of watercolor flowers (just in time for Mother's Day!). Read and Do Crew is a monthly program designed to promote literacy for

  • Jane Austen Book Club: Persuasion

    To celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday, we're holding a monthly Jane Austen book club. This month we will discuss Persuasion. All meetings will take place via Zoom at 5:00pm. To register, please email alfred@stls.org. Pre-register to receive the Zoom link

  • Storytime: Pets

    Let's celebrate our furry friends at storytime with pet-themed stories and activities!

  • Block Print Tote Bag

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    Customize your own tote bag with block printing. Create your own linocut block or use one of our pre-made blocks to print on a canvas tote bag. This program is for teens and adults. Registration is preferred! Please call 607-587-9290

  • Homeschool Art Show

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, United States

    Join us for an opening reception of local homeschool artists. See the beautiful artwork they have created. Refreshments provided. Artwork will remain on display through June 1.  

  • Storytime: Space

    This week we're learning about space and the night sky!